Halsey

Have you ever heard a song that felt like someone wrote it just for you? That's the kind of music Halsey makes. Halsey is the stage name of Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, born in 1994. She's a 21st-century American singer-songwriter who turned feelings and stories into pop songs that millions of people listen to.

What makes Halsey special is how she uses music to talk about real feelings and identity. She started by sharing songs online, released her first big record Badlands in 2015, and made radio-smash hits like "Closer" (with The Chainsmokers) and "Without Me." Her songs mix catchy pop with honest words, and her albums and collaborations helped her become a top pop artist in the 2010s and 2020s.

Halsey has also used her fame to help others. She speaks openly about mental health and about being bisexual, which has helped many young fans feel less alone. Her bold style, creative music videos, and honest singing have influenced other artists and made pop music more welcoming to different kinds of people.

So in one minute: Halsey is a pop singer from the 2010s–present who turned personal stories into huge songs and used her voice to support fans. If you like music that feels real, ask a grown-up to play one of her songs and see how it makes you feel.